Development Chemist

Cranleigh Scientific ,
Tamworth, Staffordshire
Salary: £25000.00 - £35000.00 per annum + Excellent company benefits

Overview

Development Chemist An internationally renowned and multi-award winning materials manufacturing business to the construction industry is currently seeking a Development Chemist to join their facility on a permanent basis. Your main focus will be formulating and developing new products to meet agreed briefs/specifications from customers and clients. Development Chemist Responsibilities: Responsible for implementing new or alternative raw materials. Keeping own knowledge and the Company abreast of latest technology and innovation. Keep an informative relationship with new and existing suppliers to benefit innovation, product development & cost efficiency of products. Support manufacturing operations & quality control at times of need with focus on maintaining quality production throughout. Take responsibility and supervise plant trials on new developments and ensure quality & production are fully supported in handover of formulations. Maintain laboratory records and data system for projects and products for which you have responsibility. Have responsibility for constant improvement of standard operating procedures within your work environment. Development Chemist Requirements: Degree qualified in Chemistry or closely related field of study. Possess a strong formulation background within the construction material industry. Materials would ideally include cement, aggregates, adhesives and bitumen. Possess excellent communication skills. Positive attitude, self-motivated and a good team player. Able to create high quality technical reports. In return, you will be offered a competitive package dependent upon experience and skill set; £25k-£35k benefits. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89780297